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Abdukarim Jay

Tampa

Summary

Experienced Night Manager bringing proven track record in hotel operations and customer service.

Skilled in managing Front Office departments, supervising guest services, and ensuring smooth operations for various hotel functions. Proficient in handling guest complaints, resolving issues promptly, maintaining high service standards , and improving guest satisfaction rates. Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate team members to maintain high performance levels ,

Experienced in training and coaching staff, managing payroll, and coordinating night shift activities to enhance guest satisfaction. Strong background in Manager-On-Duty responsibilities, including directing night audit procedures and ensuring financial accuracy.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Night Manager

HYATT PLACE / HYATT HOUSE
Tampa
04.2022 - Current

Manage hotel operations during Night Shift, overseeing Front Office department

  • Supervise guest registration, check out, PBX Communications, and various Front Office Reports
  • Ensure smooth operations for Housekeeping, Restaurant, Pool, Safety, and Security
  • Act as Manager-On-Duty (MOD) on a five-day schedule
  • Directly oversee Night Audit and Night Auditors
  • Identified opportunities to improve efficiency of operations processes during the night shift.

Guest Services Manager/ AGM

TOWNEPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTT
TAMPA
09.2021 - 04.2022

Oversee Front Office employees to ensure compliance with hotel policies and maintain high service standards.

  • Provide coaching, training, and corrective actions as necessary to uphold excellence.
  • Coordinate night shift operations and task delegation for smooth Front Office functioning.
  • Process payroll for a team of 14 members and manage inventory purchasing.
  • Handle guest complaints, group reservations, and payment collection to enhance guest satisfaction.

Front Desk Manager Overnight

RENAISSANCE ORLANDO AT SEAWORLD
ORLANDO
06.2021 - 09.2021

Supervise front office employees to ensure adherence to hotel standards, policies, and procedures, providing coaching and training as needed.

  • Cultivate a professional and service-oriented environment consistently.
  • Oversee hotel operations, night audit, and safety/security during overnight shifts, addressing complaints, problem-solving, and special requests.
  • Manage night shift tasks, coordinate front office activities, and communicate nightly activities to staff.
  • Maintain a professional and high quality service oriented environment at all times

Manager on Duty/ Audit Supervisor

WYNDHAM GRAND BONNET CREEK
Orlando
01.2019 - 01.2021

Manage guest satisfaction by handling and resolving issues, requests, and complaints promptly.

  • Audit and reconcile front desk and food & beverage cashiers' work to maintain financial accuracy.
  • Consolidate and transmit credit card transactions in a timely manner.
  • Update financial data in the corporate network and perform regular data processing tasks.
  • Communicate any unusual operational or financial events to management for prompt resolution.

Manager On Duty /Overnight Supervisor

MARRIOTT ORLANDO DOWNTOWN
Orlando
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Responsible for maintaining and overseeing the overnight operations, including the night audit process
  • Ensure the satisfaction & safety of guests & employees
  • Maintain positive customer relationships, Embrace & Exhibit the Highest level of ethics & integrity consistent with Marriott Standards
  • Respond appropriately and coordinate activities in all emergency situations
  • Handle guest issues, inquiries, concerns, problems & complaints effectively
  • Establish and maintain open collaborative relationships with employees
  • Perform audit & balancing procedures to ensure that all revenues & adjustments are properly posted
  • Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the company policies and applicable laws

Front Office Supervisor/Manager on duty

REDLION MAINGATE RESORT
Kissimmee
01.2017 - 01.2018

Supervise Front Desk operations to ensure smooth functioning

  • Maintain high productivity, employee morale, and guest service standards
  • Ensure compliance with hotel policies and procedures
  • Assist in training employees on guest services, brand standards, and PMS systems
  • Handle guest check-ins and check-outs efficiently following brand standards
  • Handle Inquiries, Requests, and Complaints from Guests
  • Coordinate with other departments to fulfill guest special requests
  • Perform Cashier duties, Cash Traveler's checks

Lead Night Auditor/ Manager on Duty

REUNION RESORT GOLF & SPA
Kissimmee
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Manage Customer Services to exceed Guest needs and resolve complaints effectively. * Settle credit card payments for Resort, Food & Beverage, and Retail operations. * Communicate financial reports, night issues, and events efficiently. * Implement emergency procedures to ensure guest, staff, and asset safety. * * Audit and update front desk tasks, reconcile financial transactions, and balance F&B reports.

Lead Night Auditor /Manager On Duty

BLUEGREEN VACATION RESORT THE FOUNTAINS
Orlando
01.2013 - 01.2016

Oversee emergency situations and make decisions in the best interest of guests and the establishment.

  • Prepare financial variance statements reports and reconcile daily business activities for food, beverages, and other services.
  • Provide exceptional customer service by addressing complaints and solving problems effectively.
  • Balance house accounts, verify credit card settlements, release pre-authorization deposits, and record financial transactions accurately.

Lead Night Auditor / Manager on Duty

HILTON GARDEN INN / HOMEWOOD SUITES
Baltimore
01.2011 - 01.2013

Ensure high-quality customer service standards are maintained and anticipate guest needs effectively.

  • Implement and enforce all fire and life safety procedures to ensure a safe environment for guests and staff.
  • Oversee and manage cash handling operations, including verifying and controlling cash transactions.
  • Prepare daily financial statements, balance house accounts, and reconcile financial transactions for food and beverages.
  • Post room charges, settle credit card payments, and balance the guest ledger accurately.

Education

Certification - CPR/AED, Adult First Aid

American Safety & Health Institute
02.2021

Certification - Tourism and Travel Management

Queensland University
12.2019

Certificate - Global Hospitality Management

Cornell University
01.2015

Certificate of Specialisation - Hotel and Restaurant Accounting and Financial Management

American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute
Lansing, MI, USA
01.2014

Certification - OnQPM 5,15 Night Audit Curriculum for Hilton and Hilton Garden Inn, Front Desk & Management

Hilton Worldwide University Online
01.2011

Certificate - Good Governance and Financial Transparency, Audit and Finance

Institute for Global Training
Washington, D.C.
01.1999

B.S. - Library Administration and Information Science

Columbia Pacific University
San Rafael, California
01.1987

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Tools
  • Hotel Management Systems
  • Complaint handling
  • Revenue optimization
  • Conflict resolution
  • Time management expertise
  • Staff training experience
  • Multi-department management
  • Payroll management
  • Strong leadership
  • Guest relations expertise
  • Team building capacity
  • Customer service focus
  • Marriott Accounting System

Foreign Language Skills

  • French, Speak / write
  • Spanish, Very Fair

Languages

English
Full Professional
French
Professional
Spanish
Limited

Websites

Timeline

Night Manager

HYATT PLACE / HYATT HOUSE
04.2022 - Current

Guest Services Manager/ AGM

TOWNEPLACE SUITES BY MARRIOTT
09.2021 - 04.2022

Front Desk Manager Overnight

RENAISSANCE ORLANDO AT SEAWORLD
06.2021 - 09.2021

Manager on Duty/ Audit Supervisor

WYNDHAM GRAND BONNET CREEK
01.2019 - 01.2021

Manager On Duty /Overnight Supervisor

MARRIOTT ORLANDO DOWNTOWN
01.2018 - 01.2019

Front Office Supervisor/Manager on duty

REDLION MAINGATE RESORT
01.2017 - 01.2018

Lead Night Auditor/ Manager on Duty

REUNION RESORT GOLF & SPA
01.2016 - 01.2017

Lead Night Auditor /Manager On Duty

BLUEGREEN VACATION RESORT THE FOUNTAINS
01.2013 - 01.2016

Lead Night Auditor / Manager on Duty

HILTON GARDEN INN / HOMEWOOD SUITES
01.2011 - 01.2013

Certification - CPR/AED, Adult First Aid

American Safety & Health Institute

Certification - Tourism and Travel Management

Queensland University

Certificate - Global Hospitality Management

Cornell University

Certificate of Specialisation - Hotel and Restaurant Accounting and Financial Management

American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute

Certification - OnQPM 5,15 Night Audit Curriculum for Hilton and Hilton Garden Inn, Front Desk & Management

Hilton Worldwide University Online

Certificate - Good Governance and Financial Transparency, Audit and Finance

Institute for Global Training

B.S. - Library Administration and Information Science

Columbia Pacific University
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